Which of the Following Statements Is True Concerning the Close-Packed

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true concerning the close-packed position of any joint?

• A) Capsular structures are loose.
• B) Ligaments around the joint are slack.
• C) The joint is relatively easy to separate with distraction.
• D) There is a maximum area of surface contact occurring.

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Definitions:

Auxiliary Section

A supplementary part or segment of a machine or system, providing additional functionality or capacity.

Clockwise Rotation

A circular movement in the same direction as the hands move on a clock.

Gears And Shafts

Mechanical components that transmit rotational force; gears change the speed, torque, and direction of movement, while shafts support rotating parts and transfer motion.

Idler Gear

An Idler Gear is a gear positioned between two other gears to transmit motion from one to the other, often used to change the direction of rotation or to adjust the spacing between driving and driven gears.